Chapter 29: The Chance Encounter in the Restroom

After using the restroom, Liu Ya stood in front of the mirror at the sink and fussed around. She smoothed her hair, straightened her collar, took two steps back, and twisted her waist.

Satisfied that everything looked fine, she smiled faintly at her reflection. But after staring for a while, she stepped forward again, adjusting this and that. No matter what she did, she still wasn’t happy with how she looked. She let out a helpless sigh.

[Really… if I’d known I was going to have Western food with Sister Qiqi today, I should’ve at least gone home to wash my hair first. My hair is all tangled…]

[And I sweated so much today. Do I smell?]

[Most importantly… I have no idea about proper Western dining etiquette! My phone’s still in my bag, and I forgot to bring it. I should’ve looked it up when I had free time before…]

[Sister Qiqi’s been abroad, so she definitely knows. If I make a fool of myself, she’ll see me as that little sister who doesn’t know anything again. If I can’t even handle something this simple, how can I get her to rely on me? She’ll definitely make fun of me…]

Liu Ya’s spirits drooped. In the end, she could only place her hopes on her appearance and started fussing again.

After all, a great person once said: Even if the world ends tomorrow, at least today, your cuffs and collar should still be crisp!

Liu Ya understood this well. Since she couldn’t make up for it in other areas, she at least didn’t want to lose too many points in the one thing she could still control.

Just then, the stall door slowly pushed open. The crisp sound of high heels grew closer and stopped right beside her.

Liu Ya turned her head and saw a very elegant, beautiful woman.

Her figure was curvaceous in all the right places. She wore a wine-red V-neck evening gown that hugged her curves without a trace of extra flesh.

The gentle swell of her bustline was alluring. Her neatly styled updo was lovely, and the dangling earrings sparkled.

Her age was unclear, but she looked at most around twenty-five.

The woman took out lipstick from her bag to touch up, then reached under her armpit into the dress to adjust something.

Liu Ya sneaked a peek and blushed. Her eyes kept wandering but eventually landed on that magnificent cleavage.

Her mouth slightly open, she looked down at her own chest. Her face instantly darkened. The view down to her feet was unobstructed. She tried pushing her arms together, but it made no difference.

“Sigh…”

Hearing the sound, the woman turned to look, gave Liu Ya a once-over, then turned back and chuckled softly. That laugh made Liu Ya, who already had her head lowered, completely unable to lift it.

“What’s wrong? Here for a date with your boyfriend?” the woman suddenly asked.

“Ah… me?”

“Yeah. There’s no one else in the restroom, right?”

“Oh… um. I guess so…”

The woman pressed her lips together in the mirror, satisfied with her smile. She tucked the lipstick back into her bag, turned around, leaned her hands on the sink, and grinned at Liu Ya.

“Why didn’t you change clothes? That’s the Xingcheng High uniform, right?”

“Yeah… Huh? How did you know, big sister?”

“Oh. My younger sister also goes to that high school.”

“I see.”

“Mm. What grade?”

“Tenth grade.”

“Oh? Wouldn’t have guessed. You look so small.”

“Uh…”

“Ah… no offense. I just think it’s youthful! Hehe.”

“Hah… you’re really enviable! And you’re so pretty!”

“Mm… Big sister, you’re also very beautiful!”

“Haha! Thank you! Such a sweet mouth!”

The woman was very pleased. She stared at Liu Ya for a moment, then walked over, lifted her chin with her hand, and turned her face toward her.

“Huh?”

“Don’t be scared. I just noticed you sighing earlier. Did you come too quickly and didn’t put on makeup?”

“Um… yeah. I guess so…”

“I see. But I have to say, up close you’re really pretty! Your skin is so smooth and soft!”

As she spoke, the woman poked Liu Ya’s cheek with her index finger, then lightly brushed her lower lip. Liu Ya’s face visibly flushed, and she shyly tried to push her hand away.

“Hey…!”

“Alright, alright! Just joking. Actually, I’m here for a date today too. Since we happened to meet… how about I help you put on a little makeup?”

“Huh? Can you?”

“Mm. A girl’s youth is precious! And you’re so pretty. I want your date to have no regrets.”

“Well… it’s not really a date… it’s just…”

Liu Ya hurriedly explained with a shy face. Her earnest effort was adorable, and the woman smiled indulgently. She pressed her index finger against Liu Ya’s lips.

“Okay, okay. I get the situation. So, what’s your answer? Want it?”

Liu Ya hesitated. Even though she felt embarrassed, she nodded weakly. The woman nodded back with a smile, went to get her bag, pulled out various boxes, and started working.

“Alright! Take a look!”

“Wow…”

Liu Ya looked at herself in the mirror and couldn’t help but gasp softly. She had never worn makeup before and had no idea the change could be so big! She looked like those female celebrities she saw on her phone.

But from the woman’s perspective, she had only applied some lipstick, patted on powder, and added eyeshadow. Honestly, even she hadn’t expected such a great result. She inwardly marveled at how good Liu Ya’s foundation was.

“Do I look good?”

“Mm. Thank you, big sister!”

“You’re welcome. It’s because you have a good foundation. I just added a little extra.”

“Not really…”

Liu Ya shyly twirled a strand of hair around her finger.

“By the way, what’s your name?”

“Liu Ya.”

“Liu Ya…”

The woman seemed to ponder. She looked at the girl again and smiled faintly.

“Do you know me, big sister?”

“Huh? No, no. I just think the name sounds nice.”

“Oh… thanks.”

“Mm. It’s nothing! Well, I’ll be going now. My boyfriend must be getting impatient, haha. Have a great date too!”

With that, she winked at Liu Ya and left. Liu Ya, captivated, took a moment to snap out of it. She wanted to speak, but the woman was already gone.

[I didn’t even ask her name… but still. I’m really grateful to that big sister today. If we ever meet again, I, Liu Ya, will definitely repay her kindness! Hehe…]

She found Room 306, pushed open the door, and went in. The private room had a Western-style table. Aunt Zhao and Yaqi were already seated, chatting. Seeing Liu Ya arrive, Aunt Zhao waved her over.

Yaqi sat on the right side of the seat opposite Aunt Zhao. Beside Aunt Zhao’s seat was a briefcase, presumably Uncle Liu’s seat.

Liu Ya sat down next to Yaqi and sat up straight. Then the other two noticed Liu Ya’s change and looked surprised. Yaqi’s mouth fell open as she exclaimed repeatedly.

“Wow… Liu Ya! Did you put on makeup? So pretty…”

“Mm. Do I… look good?”

Liu Ya fidgeted with her hair shyly, waiting for an answer. Yaqi nodded excitedly, instantly boosting Liu Ya’s mood.

“Good, good! Really good! I didn’t know you could do makeup! Wow! You look like a celebrity now! So pretty! Hehe…”

“Hmph! Not bad!”

Liu Ya said it casually, but the corners of her mouth twitched upward. She tried hard to keep a nonchalant expression. Aunt Zhao chuckled but looked a little concerned. She asked:

“Liu Ya, how did you do your makeup? I can see eyeshadow and powder… You didn’t bring anything in. And I remember you don’t…”

“Oh. Actually, I didn’t do it. I met a big sister in the restroom, and she helped me.”

“Huh? Big sister? But why would she help you?”

Now Yaqi was puzzled. She leaned on the chair and tilted her head.

“Well… I don’t know. When I came out, she was washing her hands too. She thought I was…”

As she spoke, Liu Ya’s face gradually reddened.

“Huh? Thought you were what?”

“N… nothing much…”

“Huh? You can’t just stop mid-sentence! What what?”

“I… I said nothing much means nothing much!”

“Oh, come on! Tell me…”

Yaqi shook her body out of curiosity and sidled up to Liu Ya with a mischievous grin. Liu Ya blushed and kept pushing her away.

Aunt Zhao felt a bit uneasy after hearing this, but since nothing bad had happened, she just smiled helplessly.

“I’m back. Oh? Liu Ya, you’re back.”

“Mm.”

Just as they were messing around, Uncle Liu pushed the door open and came in. Yaqi smiled politely and turned to sit properly.

Uncle Liu removed his bag and sat down. Liu Ya, sitting opposite, lowered her head slightly, glanced at him shyly, and kept twirling her hair around her fingers.

Seeing this, Aunt Zhao and Yaqi realized what was going on. They exchanged knowing looks and quietly watched the show.

Aunt Zhao nudged Uncle Liu with her elbow, signaling him to look at Liu Ya. Uncle Liu turned his head but looked confused, not understanding Aunt Zhao’s meaning.

“I… I went to the restroom. How come you’re back later than me?” Liu Ya spoke first.

“Oh. Sorry, sorry. Something came up at work. I had to take a call…”

“Oh…”

“Um… Liu Ya…”

“Wh… what?”

As she spoke, Liu Ya straightened her back slightly.

“Is it too hot in here? Your face is all red. Are you feeling unwell?”

“…”

“Hahaha!”

Liu Ya stared at him speechlessly. Her little hands under the table clenched into fists. She wanted to hit him! And she regretted ever expecting something impossible to happen.

The other two burst out laughing. Yaqi realized she might be too loud and covered her mouth, giggling. Aunt Zhao laughed freely, clapping her hands.

“Hahahaha…”

“Huh? Wh… what? Did I say something wrong?”

“Haha! No, no! Just… haha! That’s so like you, Old Liu! Haha…”

“Ah? Um… Liu Ya… did I say something wrong?”

“… Just eat your food! Hmph!”

Liu Ya turned away angrily. When Aunt Zhao had calmed down, she explained what had happened to Uncle Liu.

“Oh! I see, I see! Mm! You look great! Liu Ya’s very pretty!”

“Tch… So perfunctory…”

“How… how could it be?”

“… Then tell me, what’s different?”

“Uh… you… look! Your eyes look bigger! And your lips are redder! And…”

“And?”

Liu Ya stared at him coldly.

“And…”

Uncle Liu smiled bitterly, scratching his head. He hemmed and hawed but couldn’t come up with anything. Finally, he gave up and bowed his head in apology.

Liu Ya let out a disdainful “hmph,” but since his attitude was sincere, she sighed helplessly and let it go this once.

Although Liu Ya had let him off, Uncle Liu still felt reluctant. He kept replaying the conversation in his mind, but he still couldn’t figure out what had changed on her face. He just knew something looked different.

They were chatting happily when a soft knock came at the door. A waiter pushed in a small cart and began serving the family feast to celebrate Yaqi.

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